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All art is inherently political. But do you see it? Let Vaish Kash be your eyes (and ears) on The Track Record—a podcast that digs into the music that moves culture, shapes identity, and stirs up conversation. Each episode takes a closer look at one album, unpacking the political, social, and emotional world it was born into—and the ripple effects it left behind. Whether you’re a lifelong listener, a lyrics-obsessed overthinker, or just curious about how art shapes the world around us—this i ...
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Well, Who is Lady Gaga? And What is MAYHEM?? Ft. The Biggest Little Monster (I know of)
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In this episode of The Track Record, we welcome Aryan Mahajan, one of the most passionate and perceptive Lady Gaga fans out there. Together, we unpack the chaos, control, and catharsis of Mayhem and explore Gaga as more than just a provocateur or pop icon. What does it mean to live as both Gaga and Stefani? How does she hold space for trans queer f…
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we NEED to discuss this BTS album before they make the comeback of the century
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In this episode of The Track Record, we unpack the mythic, mournful, magnificent world of BTS’ You Never Walk Alone, not just as a K-pop milestone, but as a coming-of-age novel in motion. From piano lullabies and mother-son tributes to crime confessions and cyphers of self-love, You Never Walk Alone dares to be both biblical and boyish, both a diar…
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The Tortured Poets Department Isn’t Mid. You Just Hate Taylor Swift | In Defence of TTPD
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In this episode of The Track Record, we defend The Tortured Poets Department not as a breakup album but as a lyrical reckoning with fame, femininity, and fallout. Written against a backdrop of post # SpeakUpNow backlash, billionaire paradoxes, and a world increasingly hostile to nuance, TTPD is Taylor Swift’s sharpest, most self-aware work yet. Fro…
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In this episode of The Track Record, we dive headfirst into Brat, Charli XCX’s chaotic club confessional. From the thumping defiance of “Von dutch” to the existential vulnerability of “I might say something stupid,” Charli delivers a masterclass in self-aware pop stardom. We explore how Brat redefines authenticity, performs internet-age identity, a…
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The Track Record: How Jennie’s Ruby Paradox Breaks K‑Pop Rules
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In this episode of The Track Record, we delve into the multifaceted world of Jennie's latest album, Ruby. From the audacious declaration in "Like JENNIE" to the introspective tones of "start a war," we explore how Jennie navigates the complexities of agency, identity, and cultural discourse. Join us as we dissect the themes, controversies, and unap…
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